Pending Ratification with Keenan Gray

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Pending Ratification presented by Athletic offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport.

  1. 5d ago

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Rozzy Longisa

    Rozzy Longisa of Iowa State, the reigning NCAA 1,500 meters champion, joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification. In this episode, Rozzy takes us back to her childhood in Kenya, where she grew up alongside her grandparents on their farm, caring for sheep and goats. It wasn’t until she was 16-years-old she discovered running through school competitions, which then led her earning an opportunity to come to the United States and compete in the NCAA system. Rozzy arrived at Washington State University in the winter of 2025 and recounts the long trip from Kenya to Pullman, including adjusting to American culture, Pullman’s winter weather, and life far from home. After winning an NCAA title this past spring, Rozzy transferred to Iowa State, following her coach Laura Harmon. Away from competition, Rozzy discusses her dream of building an orphanage and giving back to her community, the unforgettable experience of connecting with her running inspiration Faith Kipyegon at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic. Follow Rozzy on Instagram at @rozzy_longisa and stay up to date on her latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Rozzy Longisa

  2. Oct 28

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Kevin Sullivan

    University of Michigan Marc Weiser Director of Track & Field and Cross Country Kevin Sullivan joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification. In this episode, Kevin takes us inside the Michigan program, the evolving NIL and transfer portal landscape, recruiting and the expectations surrounding one of the sport’s most recognizable programs.  One of the greatest Canadian middle distance runners of all-time, Kevin reflects on his own transition from competing to coaching and the challenges of learning to lead, connect with athletes and manage a program. Follow Kevin on Instagram at @ksully330_um and stay up to date on Michigan’s program at Athletic.net. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Kevin Sullivan

  3. Oct 21

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Brian Musau

    Two-time NCAA 5,000 meters champion Brian Musau of Oklahoma State joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification. In this episode, Brian takes us through his early life in Kenya, his transition from rugby to distance running, and the decision to pursue both his education and athletic career in the United States.  Brian opens up about adapting to a new culture, finding community in Oklahoma, and what drew him to Oklahoma State’s training environment.  In the four years he’s been in Stillwater, Brian has become one of the most decorated runners in program history. Along with winning two NCAA titles, he’s earned 10 All-American honors, three Big 12 cross country individual titles and has helped Oklahoma State capture two of the last three NCAA cross country team titles. Follow Brian on Instagram at @brianmuangemusau and stay up to date on her latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Brian Musau

  4. Oct 14

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Taylor Lovell

    Reigning NCAA steeplechase champion Taylor Lovell of BYU joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification. In this episode, Taylor opens up about growing up in a large family, the role her siblings play in her life, and the experiences that have shaped who she is outside of athletics. A former soccer player, Taylor talks about the importance of being a multi-sport athlete and how that’s allowed her to excel in running at the next level, resulting in winning the 2026 NCAA title in the steeplechase and continuing the legacy of “Steeple U” at BYU. Looking beyond competition, Taylor opens up about inspiring the next generation, her plans after college, and the importance of living in the moment and pursuing big goals without regrets. Follow Taylor on Instagram at @taylor12lovell and stay up to date on her latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Taylor Lovell

  5. Oct 7

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Leah Starkey

    Two-time Nike Nationals champion Leah Starkey of Ocean Township NJ joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification. Leah discusses her recent rise in both track and cross country and how she quickly has transformed into one of the nation’s top distance runners in such a short time. In a six month-span, Starkey has won a Nike Indoor Nationals title, a Nike Outdoor Nationals title and most recently ran a New Jersey 5k cross country all-time best of 16:03.9. Leah shares her passion for March Madness and basketball, her love for water activities, such as paddle boarding and swimming, and her dream of working in sports marketing when she grows up. Follow Leah on Instagram at @leahgene0819 and stay up to date on her latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Leah Starkey

  6. Sep 30

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Drew Beroset

    Reigning NXR Southeast champion Drew Beroset of McCallie School TN joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification to discuss his journey from Florida to Tennessee, his transition from soccer to running and his love for college football. Raised in Gulf Breeze, Florida, Drew takes us through the move he and his family made to Chattanooga, Tennessee, his junior year of high school and the impact that it had on him from both an academic and athletic standpoint. Beyond running, Drew shares his passion for both soccer and college football and breaks down his favorite moments from playing soccer when he was growing up to watching the Alabama Crimson Tide play over the years. Drew announced he will be attending Alabama in the fall of 2027 to run for the Crimson Tide, which is where his father also ran in college. Follow Drew on Instagram at @_drewberoset_ and stay up to date on his latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Drew Beroset

  7. Sep 23

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Allie Zealand

    Allie Zealand of Liberty sits down with host Keenan Gray for this week’s episode of Pending Ratification to reflect on her journey through running and the close-knit community that has shaped her life around. Allie opens up about the transition from a record-setting high school career to college life at Liberty University. She shares how her family, faith and community have shaped her journey, what it’s like being both a coach’s daughter and an athlete, and how she’s learned to balance academics, athletics and life away from the track.  Follow Allie on Instagram at @alliezealand and stay up to date on her latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Allie Zealand

  8. Sep 16

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Rocky Hansen

    Rocky Hansen of Wake Forest joins host Keenan Gray on this week’s episode of Pending Ratification to discuss his journey from growing up as a military kid to becoming a standout collegiate runner, while focusing heavily on his life and experiences away from running.  Rocky reflects on moving between Arizona, Texas and North Carolina, how those experiences shaped him, and his childhood interests before getting into running. He also talks about his decision to attend The Christ School, the friendships and responsibilities that came with boarding school, and how his high school experience prepared him for college.  A major theme is Rocky’s transition to college and greater independence. He discusses learning to balance academics, athletics and his social life while developing greater discipline, gratitude and appreciation for his relationships.  Follow Rocky on Instagram at @rocky_hansen_ and stay up to date on his latest running accomplishments on Athletic. Pending Ratification offers an in-depth look at the stars of track and field and cross country. Hosted by Keenan Gray, the series moves beyond race results and records to explore the experiences, perspectives, and personal stories that shape the athletes at the center of the sport. Find Pending Ratification on RunnerSpace.com, AthleticTV, YouTube and your favorite podcast platforms like Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

    🎙️Pending Ratification - Rocky Hansen
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